Historic Downtown Lancaster Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Lancaster Marriott at Penn Square
You can learn about the history of Lancaster with a stop at Lancaster Marriott at Penn Square. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Lancaster County Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Lancaster County Convention Center during your trip to Lancaster. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Central Market
Featuring produce from Amish, Pennsylvania Dutch and other farmers, this is one of the country’s oldest continuously operating markets, a source of local pride.
Fulton Theatre
One of the oldest active theaters in the country, this opera house provides the opportunity to watch a play or recital in a truly historic setting.
Historic St. Mary’s Church
After visiting Historic St. Mary’s Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Lancaster. Experience the entertainment choices and great live music in this family-friendly area.
The Ware Center
Enjoy a stop at The Ware Center, an entertaining place to visit in Lancaster. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.
Things to do
Lancaster County: Amish Farmlands, Museum Tour, Farm Visit
Unique Amish Immersion in Lancaster
Authentic Tour & Meal with the Amish!
Top hotels in Historic Downtown Lancaster
Lancaster Marriott at Penn Square
Room was very clean
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
Holiday Inn Lancaster by IHG
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Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Eden Resort and Suites, BW Premier Collection
Check in was an hour late. We were allowed to check out an hour late but I wasn't really planning on staying there all morning. The indoor pool is nice but way too small for the amount of people that stay there. There was a double charge on my bank account for my stay that took days to resolve. The ...
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
The Country Inn of Lancaster
Cute rustic property. Enjoyed the hot tub, pool was a bit chilly but like the fact that it was indoors made it better. The staff were very nice and welcoming.
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
Hotel Rock Lititz
Yes everything was above and beyond. Great place.
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Lancaster Amish Country
DO NOT STAY HERE! We found mouse dropping in our bed. Disgusting and incredibly unsanitary. This was from last weekend and still nothing has been done to make this right. I have been receiving anonymous emails with no accountability. Again, DO NOT STAY HERE!
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Historic Downtown Lancaster
Musser Park
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Musser Park and surrounding area, you can visit Central Market and Lancaster Marriott at Penn Square.
Mussertown
While there might not be top attractions in Mussertown, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Lancaster Marriott at Penn Square and Central Market.
Chestnut Hill
While Chestnut Hill isn't home to many top sights, Fulton Theatre and Penn Medicine Park are some notable places to visit nearby.
Cabbage Hill
While Cabbage Hill may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Fulton Theatre and Lancaster Marriott at Penn Square.
Churchtowne
While there might not be top attractions in Churchtowne, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Lancaster Marriott at Penn Square and Central Market.
Southside
While Southside isn't home to many top sights, Lancaster Marriott at Penn Square and Central Market are some notable places to visit nearby.
